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Jammu and Kashmir’s Controversial Reservation Policy Amendments

April 17, 2025

The Jammu and Kashmir government is currently embroiled in controversy over its reservation policy. This policy governs job and educational institute reservations for various social groups. Recently, the National Conference (NC) government supported an amended policy in court. This occurred ..

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Justice Kurian Joseph Committee

April 17, 2025

Recently, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin announced the formation of a high-level committee to review the Centre-State relationship in India. This committee, chaired by Justice Kurian Joseph, aims to reinforce the constitutional rights of Indian states. This initiative ..

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SC Ruling on Waqf Amendment Act 2025

April 17, 2025

The Waqf (Amendment) Act of 2025 has sparked legal and social debate in India. This legislation aims to reform the management of waqf properties, which are properties dedicated for Islamic religious and charitable purposes. Over 70 petitions have been filed ..

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Birth and Death Registration Challenges in India

April 17, 2025

Recently, the Registrar General of India (RGI) issued a circular urging hospitals to report births and deaths within 21 days. This was prompted by findings that 10% of such events were unregistered. The RGI aims for universal registration under the ..

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Meta Platforms Faces Antitrust Trial

April 15, 2025

Meta Platforms Inc. is undergoing an antitrust trial that could lead to the separation of Instagram and WhatsApp from Meta. The trial is a landmark challenge to the dominance of Big Tech and is spearheaded by the U.S. Federal Trade ..

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Telangana Implements Scheduled Castes Sub-Categorisation Act

April 15, 2025

On April 14, 2025, Telangana became the first state of India to implement the Scheduled Castes (SC) sub-categorisation. This landmark decision follows the passing of the Telangana Scheduled Castes (Rationalisation of Reservations) Act 2025. The Act aims to divide the ..

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Supreme Court Ruling on Article 143

April 14, 2025

In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court of India has established that the President must provide clear reasons when withholding assent to a bill. This ruling comes after the court’s interpretation of Article 143 of the Constitution of India, which ..

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What is SAVE Act?

April 11, 2025

Recently, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the SAVE Act. This act mandates proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration. Advocated by Republicans, it aims to prevent noncitizen voting. Voting rights groups argue this could disenfranchise millions of eligible voters. ..

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Section 271 of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita

April 11, 2025

The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) of 2023 introduced legal provisions addressing public health and safety. Section 271 specifically targets negligent acts that could spread infectious diseases dangerous to life. Legal Framework of Section 271 Section 271 of the BNS penalises ..

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Mining Ban Near Chittorgarh Fort

April 10, 2025

The Rajasthan government is contemplating a complete ban on mining activities within a 10-kilometre radius of the Chittorgarh Fort. This UNESCO World Heritage site is at the centre of a legal dispute involving Birla Corporation Limited and the state. The ..

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